Mitsubishi Tonneau Cover: Tonneau Cover Could Detach

Mitsubishi is recalling 6 tonneau covers because the metal rod connecting the hinge may not be properly secured at its ends, which could cause the cover to detach from the vehicle. The affected units are in the United Kingdom. Mitsubishi will replace the hinges with ones that have closed ends.

Recalling firm
MITSUBISHI
Product
Vehicles: MITSUBISHI TONNEAU COVER. Units affected: 6
Reason
It has been identified that in some cases the metal rod which connects the 3 profile hinge is not correctly fixed at it's ends. In the worst case the hinge may fail which can case the tonneau cover to detach from the vehicle. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the tonneau cover hinges changed for ones with closed ends.
Classification
Class II
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2009-09-28
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/c41fc3e8-ce96-4985-9dbb-b221dba2fe68